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Moroccan and North African Rugs For Sale
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Period: Late 20th Century
Red Vintage Moroccan Berber Rug from 70s 100% wool 6.6x10.4 Ft 200x315 Cm
Located in Salé, MA
Uncover the rich heritage woven into our red Moroccan vintage rug. Handmade by skilled artisans using time-tested techniques, each Berber rug...
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1970s Moroccan Art Deco Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Berber Rug from 70s 100% wool 6.4x11.5 Ft 195x350 Cm
Located in Salé, MA
Uncover the rich heritage woven into our Purple Moroccan vintage rug. Handmade by skilled artisans using time-tested techniques, each Berber rug is a unique narrative, echoing the cultural tapestry of Morocco. With intricate geometric patterns and a warm color palette, this large vintage area rug tells a tale of tradition and craftsmanship, adding depth and history to your space. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, our Morrocan rug offers practical benefits. Made from premium materials like wool or a wool-cotton blend, it ensures both durability and a soft touch underfoot. Embrace sustainability by choosing a vintage Moroccan rug with a history, contributing to eco-friendly living while making a style statement. Easy to maintain, this Boho rug stand the test of time, promising both lasting beauty and practicality for your home. Integrate the charm of Moroccan heritage seamlessly into your interior design. Our Purple vintage rug...
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1970s Moroccan Art Deco Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Brown Taznakht Moroccan Rug, Tribal Enchantment Meets Midcentury Modern
Located in Dallas, TX
21757 Vintage Brown Taznakht Morooccan Rug, 04'07 x 09'08. Embark on an enchanting journey into the rich legacy of the Taznakht Tribe, where skilled hands in the High Atlas Mountains...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Azilal Moroccan Berber Rug with Tagine Pot Design
Located in Milan, IT
This cute little Azilal rug shows a directional pattern culminating into what appears to be the pot used to cook tagine, which is a traditional Moroccan dish...
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1980s Moroccan Tribal Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Zayane rug - Red - 7x9.9feet / 216x302cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
This vintage Zayane rug is just gorgeous! The perfect bohemian rug to bring warmth and character to your space! The background color of this rug is a deep red but I guess you can te...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Moroccan Blue Color Beni Mrirt rug, Modern Chess Pattern rug, Custom-made
Located in Marrakech, MA
Size: 8’x10’ / 245x305 cm. We will weave any size to your request. We exclusively create custom individual rugs for you. This means that we do not produce unnecessary items and we p...
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2010s Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Modern Moroccan Rug, 100% Natural Un-Dyed Wool, Custom Hand Knotted Tulu Carpet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
100% Natural Hand-Spun Wool of finest quality. These hand-knotted rugs are produced from scratch in our atelier located in Central Anatolia, famous for being one of the world's olde...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Rehamna Moroccan Rug, Abstract Cubism Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
20259 Vintage Rehamna Moroccan Rug, 04'11 x 07'10. From the central plains of Rehamna east of Marrakech emerges a rug that defies expectations with its colorful and unpredictable des...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Moroccan Beni Ourain Wool Rug in Pink & Cream Colors, Custom Options Available
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A contemporary hand-knotted Moroccan rug, made of lambswool. Thick and soft pile that is ideal for families with kids. The rug can be custom produced in a different size, color co...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Beni Mguild rug - Purple - 6.1x12feet / 187x368cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
This vintage Beni Mguild rug is a collector! The perfect rug to bring warmth and character to your space! The main color of the rug I would call eggplant purple but I guess you can ...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Colorful Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, Maximalist Boho Meets Tribal Enchantment
Located in Dallas, TX
21761 Colorful Vintage Moroccan Azilal Rug, 04'03 x 10'08. ​​From the vibrant heart of central Morocco's provincial capital, nestled in the High Atlas Mountains, emerges the resplend...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Blue Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug, Modern Boho Meets Marrakech Paradise
Located in Dallas, TX
20645 Vintage Blue Beni MGuild Moroccan Rug, 05'10 x 10'04. In the enchanting realm of Shibui aesthetics, discover the allure of this hand-kno...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Modern Moroccan Boujad runner rug - Pink - 2.9x6.3feet / 90x193cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
This lovely, warm moroccan runner from the Oued Zem area in Morocco was an immediate "yes" when I found it at a vintage market in Marrakech. It shows an unregular microchecks pattern...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Boucherouite Moroccan Azilal Rag Rug, Cubism Meets Sustainable Design
Located in Dallas, TX
21760 Vintage Boucherouite Moroccan Azilal Rag Rug, 03'06 x 09'03. From the vibrant heart of central Morocco's provincial capital, cradled in the embrace of the High Atlas Mountains,...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Fabric, Cotton, Wool

Modern Moroccan Beige High-Low Knotted Wool Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Modern Moroccan Beige high-low knotted wool rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 9'6" × 13'6" (289 × 411 cm). Moroccan rugs, in their variety of textures, colors, and designs have stood th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Modern Moroccan Runner with Sub-Geometric Diamond Design in Blue and Ivory
Located in Atlanta, GA
Modern Moroccan Runner with Sub-Geometric Diamond Design in Blue and Ivory. Keivan Woven Arts; rug MSE-12866, country of origin / type: Afghanistan / Modern Casual, circa Early-21th ...
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2010s Afghan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Moroccan Beni Mrirt rug, Modern Geometric Rectangular Pattern rug, Custom-made
Located in Marrakech, MA
Size: 8’x10’ / 245x305 cm. Upon your request, we will make this rug in any size you need. We exclusively create custom individual rugs for you. This means that we do not produce unn...
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2010s Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Moroccan Beni Mrirt rug, Modern Geometric Pattern Berber rug, Custom-made
Located in Marrakech, MA
Size: 9’x12’ / 275x370 cm We exclusively create custom individual rugs for you. This means that we do not produce unnecessary items and we prioritize respecting nature. That's why w...
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2010s Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Ait Yacoub rug - Peach fuzz - 7.1x13.3feet / 217x407cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
I selected this large, vintage Ait Yacoub rug from piles of carpets because I think that it's a lovely piece with such sweet colors and a great bohemian vibe! The composition of the ...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Taznakht rug - Yellow/blue - 4.3x7.6feet / 134x234cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
I selected this beautiful rug from piles of carpets because I have always loved a good vintage Taznakht rug with bright, saffron color. Background of this one is a natural dyied yell...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Boujad rug - Pink - 3.4x18.3feet / 105x560cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
What a lovely rug! You don't come accross rugs this long every day so I litteraly jumped on that one! It is all handmade and probably comes from the Boujad tribe, known for using the...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Moroccan Beni Mrirt rug, Modern Chess Pattern rug, Custom-made
Located in Marrakech, MA
Size: 8’x10’ / 245x305 cm We exclusively create custom individual rugs for you. This means that we do not produce unnecessary items and we prioritize respecting nature. That's why w...
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2010s Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Talsint rug - Fuchsia/purple - 5.4-5.9x13.1feet / 165-180x400cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
Here is one very beautiful, unique vintage rug, probably from the Talsint tribe. The colors are so fresh, from a fuchsia to a warm purple with gray, white and emerald green designs, ...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Moroccan Boujad rug - Terracotta/black - 5x8.6feet / 152x263cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
Here is one of the lovely Boujad rugs with abstract designs I fell in love with! The main colors are a terracotta mixed with black, beige, faded gray and orange and a few touches of ...
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2010s Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Small Vintage Egyptian Handmade Silk Rug
Located in New York, NY
Small Vintage Egyptian Handmade Silk Rug Size: 3'8" × 5'2" (111 × 157 cm).
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Late 20th Century Egyptian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Silk

4x6 ft Custom Handmade Tulu Rug, All Wool, New Checkered Design in Brown & Ivory
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A custom, handmade Tulu rug made from 100% hand-spun wool of finest quality. It features a simple checkered design in cream and radiant brown. Size: 4x6 ft. Available as seen or can...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Tulu Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Purple Red Vintage Moroccan Wool Rug from 70s I 6.6 x 12 FT
Located in Salé, MA
We handpicked our Vintage Moroccan rug straight from the spirited 70s, full of Berber culture, craftsmanship, and original style. Designed by Amazigh artisans, this Moroccan rug is d...
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1970s Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Moroccan Beni Mrirt rug, Modern Ornament Dusty Pink Color rug, Custom-made
Located in Marrakech, MA
Size: 5'x7’ / 155x215 cm. Upon your request, we will make this rug in any size you need. We exclusively create custom individual rugs for you. This means that we do not produce unne...
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2010s Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Kahhal Looms Pearly Ibis Hand-Knotted 300x200cm Rug by Shewekar
Located in Cairo, EG
About the rug: This is a hand-knotted rug with 160,000 knots per square meter in a double knot construction. It is made of face yarn that is Egyptian wool with bamboo silk inlays, an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Egyptian Art Deco Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Moroccan Beni Mrirt rug, Rothko Inspired Modern Pattern rug, Custom-made
Located in Marrakech, MA
Size: 10’x14’ / 305x430 cm We exclusively create custom individual rugs for you. This means that we do not produce unnecessary items and we prioritize respecting nature. That's why ...
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2010s Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Moroccan Beni Mrirt rug, Modern Bubbles Ornament Grey Color rug, Custom-made
Located in Marrakech, MA
Size: 6’x9’ / 185x275 cm. Upon your request, we will make this rug in any size you need. We exclusively create custom individual rugs for you. This means that we do not produce unne...
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2010s Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Kahhal Looms Radiating Masks "Night" Hand-Knotted Rug by Louis Barthélemy
Located in Cairo, EG
Abou the rug: This hand-knotted rug has 160,000 knots per square meter, a double knot construction, and is made of 100% New Zealand wool for the face yarn and 100% Egyptian cotton for the warp and weft. The pile height is about 8mm and it weighs approximately 5000 grams per square meter. About the design: History is brought to life with this hand-knotted rug designed by Louis Barthélemy...
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21st Century and Contemporary Egyptian Art Deco Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Abstract Boujad Moroccan Berber Rug with Anthropomorphic Figure
Located in Milan, IT
Since the 13th century the Boujad region has been the epicentre of Moroccan Islamic mysticism, influencing greatly the Berber population of the area, who in turn embraced disciplines...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Cotton, Wool

Moroccan Beni Mrirt rug, Modern Chess Pattern Sage Color rug, Custom-made
Located in Marrakech, MA
Size: 6’x9’ / 185x275 cm We exclusively create custom individual rugs for you. This means that we do not produce unnecessary items and we prioritize respecting nature. That's why we...
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2010s Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Moroccan Azilal rug - Salmon/blue - 4.3x9.6feet / 132x295cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
This lovely vintage Azilal runner rug just makes me happy! It shows such joyful colors and classic series of diamonds but with an "electric" twist this time! Doesn't it look like it'...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Moroccan Boujad rug - Pink/purple/yellow - 6.8x12.7feet / 207x387cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
This one is a collector rug! Probably from the Boujad region, this area rug shows a bold pattern I have never seen before! The composition is made of a central serie of hooked triang...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Modern Moroccan Rug Natural Wool by French Designer
Located in LANGUEUX, FR
Every rug owns its unique identity. Having a one of a kind rug at home with a beautiful backstory represents a life filled with historic and meaningful backgrounds. Each and every on...
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2010s Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Azilal Berber Moroccan Rug with Animal Pelt Pattern and Woven Charms
Located in Milan, IT
A very finely woven rug with an elegant, even surface depicting an arrangement of mixed ivory/brown undyed wool, with an effect similar to that of a zebra pelt. The background is emb...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Beni Mguild rug - Orange/terracotta/blue - 6.1x9.8feet / 186x298cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
This beautiful vintage Beni Mguild rug is a great find! The main background color is a mix of terracotta and soft orange with intricate designs -mostly tiny diamonds- in cream, orang...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Moroccan Contemporary Abstract Rug in White and Black in Hi-Low Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Moroccan Contemporary Abstract Rug in White and Black With All-Over Design. Keivan Woven Arts; rug MSE-12899 Country of Origin: Afghanistan Type: Modern Casual Design: Abstract, Geom...
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2010s Afghan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Kahhal Looms Swirling Legacy "Night" Hand-Woven Tapestry by Louis Barthélemy
Located in Cairo, EG
About the tapestry: This Tapestry is a flat-woven rug that has 6 stitches per 1cm. It is made with 100% New Zealand wool for the face yarn and 100% Egyptian cotton for the warp. The pile height is approximately 3mm and it weighs about 1800 grams per square meter. About the design: History is brought to life with this hand-woven Tapestry designed by Louis Barthélemy...
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21st Century and Contemporary Egyptian Art Deco Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Moroccan Runner with Sub-Geometric Diamond Design With Ivory and Blue Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Moroccan Runner with Sub-Geometric Diamond Design With Ivory and Blue Design. Keivan Woven Arts; rug MSE-12895, country of origin / type: Afghanistan / Modern Casual, circa Early-21t...
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2010s Afghan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Modern Moroccan Rug Natural Wool by French Designer SD
Located in LANGUEUX, FR
Every rug owns its unique identity. Having a one of a kind rug at home with a beautiful backstory represents a life filled with historic and meaningful backgrounds. Each and every on...
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2010s Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

1970s Algerian Berber Striped Wool Rug Throw Handmade Vintage African 210x190cm
Located in London, GB
This vintage Berber rug from Northern Algeria features a striped design with colourful stripes organised in groups on a beige base. Predominantly showcasing red, blue, and purple, th...
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1970s Algerian Bohemian Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Abstract Boujad Moroccan Berber Rug with Vertical Brushstrokes
Located in Milan, IT
A group of narrow runners with bold patterns and frequent use of recycled and synthetic fabrics appears to originate from the western foothills. Another example of long rug, originat...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Tribal Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Cotton, Wool

4x6 ft Hand Knotted "Tulu" Rug in Brown and Beige, 100% Natural Un-Dyed Wool
Located in Philadelphia, PA
100% Natural Hand-Spun Wool of finest quality. Available as seen or can be CUSTOM PRODUCED in any Design, Size, Color Combination and Pile Thickness requested. These beautiful han...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Tulu Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Modern Moroccan Rug With Abstract Design With Copper, Lt. Blue, and Ivory
Located in Atlanta, GA
Modern Moroccan Rug With Abstract Design With Copper, Lt. Blue, and Ivory. Keivan Woven Arts; rug MSE-12863, country of origin / type: Afghanistan / Modern Casual, circa early-21th century. Measures: 8'3 x 11'0 Multicolor Moroccan Modern Rug...
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2010s Afghan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Boujad Moroccan Rug, Bohemian Rhapsody Meets Cozy Nomad
Located in Dallas, TX
20479 Vintage Boujad Moroccan Rug, 05’05 x 05’10. In this hand-knotted wool vintage Boujad Moroccan rug, the essence of a cozy nomad converges with the vibrant rhythm of a bohemian ...
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Contemporary Moroccan Berber Rug Natural Wool
Located in LANGUEUX, FR
Every rug owns its unique identity. Having a one of a kind rug at home with a beautiful backstory represents a life filled with historic and meaningful backgrounds. Each and every on...
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2010s Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Moroсcan Bohemian Style Boujaad rug, Abstract Pattern Shaggy Rug, In Stock
Located in Marrakech, MA
Boujaad rug comes from the El Haouz region in the Middle Atlas in Morocco. There is no modern weaving equipment, carpets are made manually by very talented ladies artists in the same...
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2010s Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Modern Moroccan Rug Natural Wool by French Designer
Located in LANGUEUX, FR
Every rug owns its unique identity. Having a one of a kind rug at home with a beautiful backstory represents a life filled with historic and meaningful backgrounds. Each and every on...
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2010s Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

1970s Algerian Handmade Berber Rug Throw Wool Vintage Boho 210x188cm Pink beige
Located in London, GB
A vintage "Amazigh" Berber wool rug featuring a beige base color adorned with multicolored stripes arranged in distinct groups. The stripe groups follow a consistent pattern, with a ...
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1970s Algerian Bohemian Vintage Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Kahhal Looms Radiating Masks "Day" Hand-Knotted Rug by Louis Barthélemy
Located in Cairo, EG
Abou the rug: This hand-knotted rug has 160,000 knots per square meter, a double knot construction, and is made of 100% New Zealand wool for the face yarn and 100% Egyptian cotton for the warp and weft. The pile height is about 8mm and it weighs approximately 5000 grams per square meter. About the design: History is brought to life with this hand-knotted rug designed by Louis Barthélemy...
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21st Century and Contemporary Egyptian Art Deco Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Scandinavian Moroccan wool Mrirt rug - Beige/brown - 10.3x13feet / 315x398cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
I had this modern-style, original Mrirt rug made by weavers artisans in the area of Khenifra, Atlas Mountains, Morocco. Groups of women there still weave by hand on traditional, vert...
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2010s Moroccan Scandinavian Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Kahhal Looms Wings Hand-Knotted 300x200cm Rug by Shosha Kamal
Located in Cairo, EG
About the rug: This is a hand-knotted rug with 160,000 knots per square meter in a double knot construction. It is made of face yarn that is Egyptian wool with bamboo silk inlays, an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Egyptian Art Deco Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Scandinavian Moroccan wool Mrirt rug - Cream/beige - 7.6x10.5feet / 232x322cm
Located in Marrakech, MA
This modern-style, textured Mrirt rug was made by weavers artisans in the area of Khenifra, Atlas Mountains, Morocco. Groups of women there still weave by hand on traditional, vertic...
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2010s Moroccan Scandinavian Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Moroсcan Colorful Boujaad rug, Abstract Pattern Shaggy Rug, In Stock
Located in Marrakech, MA
Boujaad rug comes from the El Haouz region in the Middle Atlas in Morocco. There is no modern weaving equipment, carpets are made manually by very talented ladies artists in the same...
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2010s Moroccan Bohemian Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Kahhal Looms Solar Boat Hand-Knotted 300x200cm Rug by Shosha Kamal
Located in Cairo, EG
About the rug: This is a hand-knotted rug with 160,000 knots per square meter in a double knot construction. It is made of face yarn that is Egyptian wool with bamboo silk inlays, an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Egyptian Art Deco Moroccan and North African Rugs

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Wool

Antique and Vintage Moroccan Rugs for Sale on 1stDibs: Find Beni Ourain Rugs, Azilal Rugs, Kilims and More

Antique and vintage Moroccan rugs serve as an exceptional piece of decor. Whether it’s to tie your bedroom together or to add a dazzling array of colors and graphically provocative shapes and other elements to your living room wall, there’s increased demand for all types of Moroccan tribal rugs, especially as bohemian, global and eco styles are on the rise and because tapestries and wall hangings are definitely cool again.

Travelers and interior design lovers from all over the world are big fans of the complex geometric patterns and bold color palettes that we typically associate with rustic, natural Moroccan and North African rugs.

In the West, the current infatuation with handwoven vintage Moroccan tribal rugs stretches to the mid-20th century. Then, designers such as Alvar Aalto, Frank Lloyd Wright and Le Corbusier offset austere interiors with vibrant and alluring mid-century modern Moroccan rugs. (Le Corbusier integrated these rugs in his designs for Villa La Roche in Paris, while Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater in Pennsylvania is also home to distinctive Moroccan floor coverings.)

Moroccan rugs date back to the Paleolithic era, when Berber tribes, which comprised many different members of an ethnic group native to North Africa, would weave these textiles with intricate images and symbols. Traditionally, Moroccan tribal weavings were made exclusively by women and solely for personal use. Dense pile rugs served not only as floor coverings but as mattresses, seating and even blankets in the winter months.

The Moroccan rug hasn’t survived this long merely because of its usefulness. These stunning works take at least two to three weeks to weave, and each woman weaves the story of her life into the design. They are filled with symbolism and vary greatly depending on the locale where they were woven. In this way, part of the profound beauty of traditional Moroccan rugs lies in their historical and cultural significance.

One of the most widely loved styles of Moroccan rugs comes from the Beni Ourain tribes, a network of nearly two dozen individual tribes in the mountainous Middle Atlas region.

Vintage Beni Ourain rugs are woven from undyed, natural wool. The textures, imperfections and asymmetrical lines, which can’t be reproduced with mass production methods, as well as the neutral tones and understated geometry have endeared interior designers to these works for ages. In comparison to the spare Beni Ourain rugs, a more heavily decorated, widely colorful option can be found in Azilal Moroccan rugs, which contrast wonderfully with the rich, dark wood tones and clean lines that characterize mid-century modern furniture.

The collection of antique and vintage rugs and carpets on 1stDibs features a wide range of extraordinary Moroccan and North African rugs including Beni Ourain rugs, Azilal rugs, kilims and more.

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